A Place in the Conversation
A Place in the Conversation (APITC) is dedicated to helping facilitate the restoration of relationship that leads to healing and transformation. We believe true transformation begins when each person finds their “place in the conversation.” A place where they can speak freely, are truly heard, and learn from the experiences of others. We invite you to journey with us.
Episodes

Monday Jul 03, 2023
Small Steps, Big Dreams: Wisdom from a Kindergarten Perspective
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Intergenerational conversations can be some of the most exciting and enlightening.
Join Dan and Briella as they talk about life as someone who just graduated Kindergarten.
The energy and wisdom that Briella brings to the conversation are captivating. Chances are you will learn about a new game, Yeti in my spaghetti.
Briella highlights the importance of having real conversations with those who are different than we are.
Get ready to enjoy an energy-filled exchange of ideas.

Monday Jun 26, 2023
Inclusive Community: Inspiring Collaboration and Hope
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
GUSTAVO CASTAÑEDA joins Dan and Nick to talk about his life and ministry. Gustavo serves as the Outreach Pastor and Willowdale en Español Pastor for Willowdale Chapel.
His vision for an inclusive community where people from diverse backgrounds come together and work together for the common good drives much of what he does.
Gustavo's story is one of transition and faith. It will challenge and encourage you.
Willowdale Chapel

Monday Jun 19, 2023
Cooking Up Success: One Story of Successful Restaurant Entrepreneurship
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
On this episode of A Place in the Conversation, Nick and Dan are joined by Carlos E. Vargas.
Carlos shares stories of struggle and success as he launched three unique restaurant venues. You will be inspired by his tenacity and the way Carlos looked at every opportunity as a time to learn and build his skills.
The story of selling Kabobs off the back of a scooter captures the heart of what it means to be a visionary and to pursue your passion with every ounce of energy you have.
To help provide chicken for KACS you can reach Carlos at - kaboburritos@gmail.com
To learn more about Kennett Chicken and Kaboburritos

Monday Jun 12, 2023
Behind the Badge: The role of a Police Chaplain
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Join us on “Behind the Badge” as Rev. Annalie Korengel shares about her role as a police chaplain.
Rev. Korengel is the pastor of Unionville Presbyterian Church and also serves as chaplain for five police departments within our community.
Annalie shares her journey to serving as a police chaplain and how she sees her role in working with many of our local police departments.
Join Nick Everhart and Dan Nicewonger as they provide A Place in the Conversation to learn more about the role of a police chaplain.

Monday Jun 05, 2023
Across the Waters: A Journey from Puerto Rico to the United States
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Join us on "Across the Waters" as we explore the inspiring story of Yesenia Martinez, who made the courageous decision to move from Puerto Rico to the United States.
Yesenia traveled from Puerto Rico to Kennett Square to interview for a position at JAM daycare. Once hired, she had to return home, get her children, pack all their belongings, and move to Kennett in time to start her new job.
Her story is inspiring and challenging. There are lessons found throughout her experience for all of us, especially those in the position to hire quality people for business or organizational life.
Join Nick Everhart and Dan Nicewonger as they provide A Place in the Conversation for Yesenia to share her story.

Monday May 29, 2023
Bridging the Community - Kennett Square
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Bridging the Community has been active in Kennett Square for the past twenty-five years. They work to build partnerships between anyone willing to work on the potential that exists within our community.
Bridging Meetings are opportunities for individuals, organizations, churches, and service groups to share their work and learn about the work of others with the wider community. The goal is to "build bridges" and increase collaboration among those who are focused on working for the common good.
Joan Holliday joins us to share the Bridging Story and how you can become involved.
To learn more, visit: www.bridgingthecommunity.org
You can reach Joan at: dochollisv@aol.com

Monday May 22, 2023
Empowering the Community Through Digital Equity
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Digital Access is something we may take for granted - until it is not available.
Guests Jim Mercante and Joan Holliday join us to talk about the importance of digital equity.
Helping ensure everyone has access to the internet, the devices needed to navigate it smoothly, and the digital literacy to know what to do.
For those of us with consistent access to the digital world, digital equity might be something we have given little thought to. Jim and Joan help us see the bigger picture.
To learn more, visit: Chester County Digital Alliance
Joan Holliday; dochollisv@aol.com
Jim Mercante; vjmercante@gmail.com

Monday May 15, 2023
Perspectives
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
We each have our unique perspective of the world or of events taking place. Often, we assume those closest to us share our perspective.
It does us well to stop and consider that others may have a different perspective.
Nick and Dan are joined by Nancy and Rayann Nicewonger to discuss the many different perspectives surrounding Dan's diagnosis of stage IV colon cancer.
You will hear how Dan, Nancy, and Rayann each had a unique perspective on their disruption and what it meant to move forward well.
To learn more about Caring Conversations
dan@aplaceintheconversation.org

Monday May 08, 2023
A Community at Worship
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
Many of our conversations about worship are focused on personal preferences, what we enjoy, or comparing our congregation to those we long to be. What if there was another way?
Dan and Dr. Christopher Wells believe there is. We believe each congregation has a unique set of worship norms that are based upon the communities theology, culture, and practice of worship. Discerning and then living into those worship norms can lead to worship renewal.
Chris and Dan talk about their latest book that explains how a church can do just that.
A Community at Worship

Monday May 01, 2023
”Bridging Faith, Science, and Community”
Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
In this insightful conversation, participants explore the challenges of reconciling faith, spirituality, and scientific thinking in their personal and academic lives. They discuss the importance of community, the historical context of the faith-science divide, and share how open dialogue can foster understanding and inclusivity.
Dan joins Dr. Nick Everhart and Dr. Christopher Wells as we explore different ways to navigate the relationship between faith and science.